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Eurofound's European Working Conditions Survey 2024 is not a workplace strategy manual. But it gives workplace strategists something highly valuable: a structured way to understand work before making decisions about space, policy or change. This article explains a practical workplace strategy framework that starts with the workforce, then connects workplace practices, job quality and sustainable […]

Why does the open-plan versus enclosed debate keep surviving even when it produces weak decisions? One reason is that office type is easy to talk about but too crude to diagnose performance. This article explains why workplace productivity analysis should focus on task fit, interaction control, layout variety and user profiling before teams start defending […]

Explore practical workplace strategy principles such as right-sizing, collaboration, usability and participation to create offices that better support people, performance and change.

The 30-second rule is a principle in workplace strategy: it should never take longer than half a minute to find the right place or function in the office. Learn how this rule creates a more user-friendly work environment.

Right-sizing is a key element of workplace strategy. Learn how to balance space, needs and work patterns to create an office that truly works.

A diversified workplace strategy creates flexible offices that support a variety of needs and tasks. Learn how varied environments strengthen both work environment and efficiency.

A thoughtful workplace strategy makes the office a place for collaboration and innovation. Discover how to create environments that strengthen teamwork, creativity and community.

Participation is essential for a workplace strategy to succeed. Learn how to involve employees in office development and create an environment that strengthens both engagement and performance.

A well-designed workplace strategy supports desired behaviours. Read how offices can be designed so that employees are supported by the environment, rather than hindered, and where usability becomes a natural part of the work environment.

Pseudo-involvement risks undermining trust during an office change. Learn how a workplace strategy can create genuine participation, where employee insights lead to a stronger work environment and better office solutions.